American Plateau Indian ceremonial chest adornment, square form with cloth neck strap, comprised of cloth, four triangular beadwork panels including a blue turtle and red, white, and blue bird designs, central pierced copper "X" , the whole bordered with cloth covered wood/bark and a wooden frame and triangular cloth fringe. Chest adornment measures 11" H x 11" W. 32" H w/ strap. Northwest United States, Late 19th century. CONDITION: Overall wear and losses to fabric due to age and use. Evidence of central decoration missing from of "X". Lower fringe very worn.